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Old Market

Old Market is a compact plaza in the heart of Cologne’s Altstadt. Colourful historic buildings, cafés and restaurants form a lively place for a stroll, a drink or a quick bite.

Quick Facts

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Highlights

  • You will find narrow cobbled space framed by colourful façades and outdoor seating.
  • Cafés and bars spill onto the square, which makes it good for people-watching and casual meals.
  • In winter a small Christmas market sets up here with food stalls and seasonal lights.
  • Look out for local details, including a small mechanical figure on a nearby tower that appears at regular intervals.

Contact Info

+49 221 346430

Alter Markt 18, 50667 Köln, Germany
Get in touch
+65 6252 6822

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